The Emma Hayes era for the U.S. Women's National Team begins on Saturday when the Americans host South Korea in the Denver area. Named as the USWNT head coach in November, Hayes finally takes over the squad after leading Chelsea to a fifth consecutive Women's Super League title two weeks ago. She replaces Vlatko Andonovski, who resigned after the Americans lost in the Round of 16 of last year's Women's World Cup. Saturday's match is the first of two against South Korea; the teams will play again on Tuesday in St. Paul, Minn.
Kickoff on Saturday is set for 5 p.m. ET. The Americans are the -900 favorites (risk $900 to win $100) in the latest USWNT vs. South Korea odds, with the Koreans the +1400 underdogs. A draw is priced at +700, and the over/under for total goals scored is 3.5. Before making any South Korea vs. USWNT picks or women's soccer predictions, you need to see what proven SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has to say.
After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year he was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including Euro qualifying (+6.30 units), the EFL Cup (+4.47), the FA Cup (+3.07), and the Champions League (+3.05) among others.
Now, Green has broken down USWNT vs. South Korea from every angle and revealed his picks and international friendly predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see Green's picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for South Korea vs. USWNT:
- USWNT vs. South Korea money line: USWNT -900, South Korea +1400, Draw +700
- USWNT vs. South Korea over/under: 3.5 goals
- USA: Sophia Smith is tied for the NWSL lead in goals (eight)
- KOR: Ji So-Yun leads roster in CAPS (158) and goals (71)
- USWNT vs. South Korea picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why you should back USWNT
Ranked No. 4 in the world, the Americans have a deep and talented roster. Nineteen of the 23 players were on the team that won the 2024 SheBelieves Cup in April, and 17 were on the team that won the W Gold Cup earlier this year. Seven players have more than 50 appearances with the USWNT, including three -- Alex Morgan (223), Lindsey Horan (146) and Crystal Dunn (145) -- with more than 100 appearances.
One of the youngest players on the roster, Jaedyn Shaw, has been hot for the USWNT this year. The 19-year-old forward leads the team in goals (five) and also has an assist in eight appearances. She is the first player in USWNT history to score in each of her first five starts and was awarded the Golden Ball as the best player at the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup. See which team to pick here.
Why you should back South Korea
The Koreans have played solid soccer for the better part of a year. They closed out 2023 with four wins, three draws and one loss in their final eight matches. That included a 1-1 draw against world No. 2 Germany in their final group game in the Women's World Cup. So far this year, they have three wins and one loss in four matches, with the lone loss coming at Portugal.
In addition, South Korea has a proven midfielder in Ji So-Yun. The 33-year-old, who plays for the Seattle Reign of the NWSL but is the first South Korean to play in the Women's Super League, has been named South Korea's Women's Footballer of the Year seven times. She leads South Korea's roster with 158 caps and 71 goals. See which team to pick here.
How to make USWNT vs. South Korea picks
Green has broken down the international friendly from every possible angle. He is leaning Under on the goal total and has locked in two other best bets, including one that would pay plus-money. He's sharing his international friendly picks and analysis only at SportsLine.
So who wins South Korea vs. USWNT on Saturday, and where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see which wagers in USWNT vs. South Korea have all the value, all from the soccer expert who is profitable across multiple leagues, and find out.
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